The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt - Dr. Jerry Spears: Chromium in Swine Feed | Ep. 123
Jun 13, 2024
In this episode of The Swine Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Jerry Spears, Professor Emeritus from North Carolina State University, unravels the intricacies of chromium's impact on swine health. With over three decades of research on trace minerals like chromium, zinc, and copper, Dr. Spears shares profound insights into the regulatory processes and health benefits of chromium propionate in enhancing insulin sensitivity in pigs. Tune in on major platforms to enhance your understanding of essential trace minerals in swine diets.
What will you learn:
- Chromium regulatory insights
- Insulin sensitivity mechanisms
- Reproductive benefits explained
- Pork quality improvements
- Economic impact of supplementation
Meet the guest:
Dr. Jerry Spears, Professor Emeritus of Nutrition and Animal Science at North Carolina State University, has an extensive background in animal nutrition, specializing in trace minerals. With a PhD from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Dr. Spears has over three decades of experience, contributing notably to agricultural sciences. Currently, he consults as an Animal Nutrition Consultant.
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